Larson stole purses, robbed the two businesses, and tried to rob a drugstore and another fast food restaurant Tuesday and Wednesday, police said. The gas station and drugstore were located near the intersection of Virginia and Ninth streets, police said.

Authorities noted that Larson wasn't armed and never showed a weapon during the thefts, though he implied he had one.

Police said he had items connected to the robberies when he was arrested.

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Reno police: Serial robbery suspect arrested

A suspect has been arrested in a series of thefts, including robbing a fast food restaurant and a gas station, in Reno, police said.